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Richard Kannigan

@richardkannigan

Training Manager at The Rigging Academy of South Africa implementing national LMS and e-learning programmes in a regulated training environment.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a role with greater autonomy that aligns with my long-term career progression.

At The Rigging Academy of South Africa, I lead national operational planning, workforce scheduling and compliance across training operations. I’m also leading LMS and e-learning implementation and ensuring training programmes, facilities and trade test centres meet accreditation requirements.

At Bidvest Prestige, I managed a portfolio of 135 contracts and approximately 600 contract employees in the KwaZulu-Natal division. I oversaw the division’s P&L, procurement and operational KPIs, with a monthly business target of approximately R8.2 million.

At Production Technologies Association of South Africa, I managed three training sites and served as National QMS Process Owner. I developed and rolled out aviation training programmes across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia during my earlier work at British Airways/Comair Limited.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Training Manager – National

Current

The Rigging Academy of South Africa

Mar 2026 - Present (7 months)

Manage national operational planning, resource allocation, and workforce scheduling across training operations. Ensure regulatory compliance, lead LMS and e-learning implementation, and manage facilitators, support staff, and sales executives.

Operational Management Workforce Planning Compliance LMS E Learning Team Management Facilities Management Business Development Strategic Planning Reporting AI Assisted Research

General Manager – Operations

Bidvest Prestige

Aug 2025 - Feb 2026 (6 months)

Managed daily business functions, budgets, KPIs, and profitability for the Durban South Region. Oversaw a portfolio of 135 contracts and approximately 600 contract employees, including contract management, fleet management, and client relationships.

Operational Management Strategic Planning Financial Management P&L management Cost Control Procurement Leadership Governance Compliance KPI Management Contract Management Fleet Management Customer Relationship Management HR Disciplinary Processes

Regional Manager - KZN

Production Technologies Association of South Africa

Nov 2015 - Jul 2024 (8 years 8 months)

Managed regional business and territory for the Association and Training institutions, overseeing multiple training centres, staff, compliance, and financial oversight. Led end-to-end recruitment, process improvement, and program management.

Commercial Training Projects Executive

British Airways/Comair Limited

Jan 2002 - Oct 2015 (13 years 9 months)

Developed national aviation training programs and rolled out AVSEC programs across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. Served as a trainer in multiple disciplines and conducted compliance audits and needs analysis.